Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 186,380 miles on the clock, averaging 7,416 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GL03 MPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 186,380 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,151 |
| Average per year | 7,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL03 MPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GL03 MPU
What car is GL03 MPU?
GL03 MPU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL03 MPU?
The last recorded mileage for GL03 MPU was 186,380 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL03 MPU passed its MOT?
GL03 MPU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2020.
Is GL03 MPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL03 MPU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GL03 MPU?
GL03 MPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.